View Full Version : What Daypacks do you recommend?
dje97001
09-11-2005, 21:30
I'd be interested to hear what daypacks you all use/like. I need something much smaller than the 4000+ cu. in. ULA P2 for shorter hikes. I'm thinking 1000-2000 cu. in, but honestly as long as I can fit a 3L bladder in it and a couple of other things, I'll be fine. Anyone have any daypacks with hipbelt pockets? I see the Granite Gear Wisp has some... any comments on that pack?
As always thanks in advance.
Bassline
09-12-2005, 15:56
REI gave me an REI Traverse pack for Christmas last year. It is a damn good back that I really enjoy. Definently worth checking out. It is all good.
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Nearly Normal
09-13-2005, 01:27
Mountainsmith Spirit.
pete
canoehead
09-13-2005, 07:39
hi
hey im a big fan of go lite, its just good stuff and its lite.
I'd be interested to hear what daypacks you all use/like. I need something much smaller than the 4000+ cu. in. ULA P2 for shorter hikes. I'm thinking 1000-2000 cu. in, but honestly as long as I can fit a 3L bladder in it and a couple of other things, I'll be fine. Anyone have any daypacks with hipbelt pockets? I see the Granite Gear Wisp has some... any comments on that pack?
As always thanks in advance.
Whistler
09-13-2005, 07:45
I like Ultimate Direction models, lots of small packs and lumber packs. The backpacks are a little techy, but you can detach what you don't need. I like the GoLite 24, but I just couldn't get it to fit me right. My other rec is just a simple school-style backpack. It's not too hard to find a simple, fairly light, and durable one, and lots of them come with side pockets nowadays.
-Mark
tlbj6142
09-13-2005, 10:44
The LL Bean Bigelow is quite nice. And with the correct gear selection, it can easily be used for warmer weather 1-2 hikes.
Kerosene
09-13-2005, 16:40
Mountainsmith Wraith (http://www.backcountrygear.com/catalog/packdetail.cfm/MS2203), although it's a little heavy at 2,2 pounds for 1,600 cubes.
Anumber1
09-13-2005, 20:44
I use The North Face Megamouth. its just a little camelback type. it holds my trail food, water, blister bandages and just enough room for a sweater and a rain shell.
I dont like to take a big pack on dayhikes, it makes them that much more enjoyable. Carry only what you need.